Why I Volunteer: Emilee
This post has been contributed by one of our long-time volunteers, Emilee Gassien. She was the first TAGS volunteer to reach the 10-year milestone mark and is the unofficial Mrs. Clause for TAGS. In this piece, she tells us how she became involved with TAGS and how her roles have changed over the years. I met Kathy Asling, the founder of TAGS, at PetSmart
October Adoptions!
Congratulations to all five dogs who were adopted this month! Please click on the image to see a larger version. Buffalo came to TAGS from a shelter in Kentucky on August 10. This 9 pound Chihuahua mix has a lot of love to give – if you let him come to you. Bailey was surrendered to TAGS when her family decided that they weren’t
New Foster Program Coming Soon!
For many years, TAGS has received calls from women who are victims of domestic violence. Why would they call an animal rescue? Because while they know they can find safety if they leave their abusive households, they are hesitant to do so when it means leaving behind their animal companion(s). Many women who are victims of domestic violence have reported that their partners have
Happy Tail: Jill
Interview with Julie White – Jill’s Happy New Mom Why did you choose Jill? We saw Jill at Pet Valu at the end of her shift. Her foster mom Gayle was picking her up. My husband spotted Jill and said “Hey did you see the dog over by the cash?” I said no and he brought me over to look at her. We fell
Wordless Wednesday: Foster Home Needed!
Cali’s foster mom moved away, so this purr machine needs a new foster home to live in while she waits to be adopted. Check out our website if interested and please spread the word! This is a blog hop. Check out the other participating blogs by clicking on the image below.
One Furry Reason to Foster Dogs
Here is a touching story from one of our foster volunteers, Chris Stones. It’s amazing how the smallest things can mean the world to some of our rescue dogs. Suzy Q is up for adoption! Photo: Heather Last night Sheila and I were in bed watching TV as we normally do when Suzy Q suddenly decided to jump up on the bed and join
Oshawa Centre Community Contact Day
Are you still hesitating about volunteering? The Animal Guardian Society promotes its volunteer and foster programs every June at the Oshawa Centre. Our table If you have any questions or concerns and don’t want to write lengthy emails, come out and talk to some of our volunteers to get a better picture of what TAGS is about. We always need volunteers or foster homes,
How to Start Fostering with TAGS: FAQ
Are you considering fostering but don’t know where to start? TAGS volunteers and foster parents are ready to help you set up for your first experience saving a dog’s (or cat’s) life! How do I know if I qualify to be a foster parent? Do you love pets? Do you have a house or an apartment with enough space in it? Do you have
Featured Volunteer: Nancy, the Amazing Foster Mom
Nancy has been a great addition to the TAGS foster team. Her very first foster dog was a husky mix who needed special treatment for a medical condition. But thanks to Nancy’s great attendance and big heart, even this special dog found her forever home within a couple of months. How long have you been volunteering? I have been volunteering since July 2012. I